Duane E. Thompson
Duane E. Thompson, 62, Mentone, passed away unexpectedly at his residence at 6:13 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2017.
He was born July 7, 1954 in Warsaw. His parents are Earl and Ruby Alderfer Thompson. On Nov. 20, 1976, in Mentone, he married Betty J. Ettinger. He worked at Winner Woodworking, Indianapolis.
He was a 1973 Graduate of Mentone High School. He enjoyed golfing, trips to the Casinos, and his family. The three granddaughters were the “Apple of his eyes.” He also enjoyed watching auto racing.
He is survived by his wife; Betty J. Thompson, Mentone; two sons: Kyle (wife- Kari) Thompson, Akron; Cale (wife-Beth) Thompson, Mentone; three granddaughters: Madison, Rylee and Carter; his parents: Earl and Ruby Thompson, Claypool; his brother, Bill (wife-LaDonna) Thompson, Claypool; sister, Peg Bailey, Bloomington.
Services will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, May 1 at King Memorial Home in Mentone. John Ettinger is officiating. Visitation will be held from 3-7 Monday.